"This is my 4th pour over coffee maker, and I think I've found a keeper. It uses inexpensive, widely available Melitta #2 filters, is lead-safe ceramic made in Japan, and doesn't vacuum lock and burble-splash or drip on my counter. For these qualities, I'm willing to overlook it's slightly small size (I wish Asayu made a larger one) and the fact that I can't see the level of coffee in my mug.
Previously, I tried Chemex (expensive filters, small size vacuum locks), Brewista (vacuum lock, burble splash), and a ceramic one I thought was made somewhere other than China, but it wasn't true. Nothing wrong with most Chinese products, but I've had 2 Chinese food preparation items tested for lead and the results were bad."
"Serves me well, don’t have to waste coffee for one cup"